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Wales vs Iran 0-2: Cheshmi and Rezaeian at the Last Gasp

November 25, 2022 The Cult of Calcio Iran, Serie A, Wales, World Cup, World Cup 2022

Iran resurrected in Doha and caught their first win at World Cup 2022, leaving Gareth Bale's Wales with one foot out of the door of the competition. Even though their goals only came during added time and with the opposition down by one man, Carlos Queiroz's boys dominated the encounter and revamped their qualification chances.

The Cult of Calcio will recap the events from Qatar in its own special way. So let's identify the best and worst performers from the World Cup Days 1 and 2

Tops and Flops of World Cup Days 1 and 2: Valencia Stuns Host Nation

November 21, 2022 Michel Sakr Ecuador, England, Iran, Netherlands, Qatar, Senegal, Serie A, U.S.A., Wales, World Cup, World Cup 2022

Welcome to the first edition of the daily World Cup Tops and Flops. At the end of every day of action, the Cult of Calcio will recap the events from Qatar in its own special way. Since the opening day only featured a solitary encounter, we merged the first two days in one installment. So let's identify the best and worst performers from the World Cup Days 1 and 2.

Despite the United States dominating possession, Gareth Bale won and scored a late penalty to salvage a 1-1 draw for Wales

Wales Player Ratings vs USA: Bale Scores Late, Salvages Draw

November 21, 2022 Will Presnell Player Ratings, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, U.S.A., Wales, World Cup, World Cup 2022

Gareth Bale scored a late penalty to salvage a 1-1 draw with the United States. In their first World Cup appearance since 1958, the underdogs were poor in the first half, but several halftime adjustments made a significant difference in the level of play.

Christian Pulisic struggled in the United States' 1-1 draw with Wales. However, the US had several strong performances in the midfield

USA Player Ratings vs Wales: Pulisic Inconsistent in Draw

November 21, 2022 Will Presnell Player Ratings, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, U.S.A., Wales, World Cup, World Cup 2022

Christian Pulisic failed to impress in the United States' 1-1 draw with Wales. Led by strong performances from Timothy Weah and the midfield, the Americans dominated the first half. However, the Welsh made several halftime adjustments and pulled out a draw after a late Gareth Bale penalty kick.

2022 World Cup Group B contains Euro 2020 finalists England, a Wales team that is playing in its first World Cup since 1958, the United States and Iran.

2022 FIFA World Cup Preview and Predictions: Group B

November 14, 2022 Ashlee Kiddell England, Iran, Serie A, U.S.A., Wales, World Cup, World Cup 2022

The 2022 FIFA World Cup is fast approaching and we are bringing you a preview of every group ahead of the tournament, offering an insight into each team, as well as predictions as to who will progress to the knockout rounds. Below, we preview Group B that contains Euro 2020 finalists England, a Wales team that is playing in its first World Cup since 1958, the United States and Iran.

Discovering New Players at Euro 2020 – Powered by The Scouting App

July 5, 2021 Akhil Fisher Austria, Denmark, Euro 2020, Italian Football, Netherlands, Serie A, The Scouting App, Wales

Euro 2020 has so far been a roller coaster ride with loads of young talent and expert veteran presence on the pitch. As the tournament braces for the Semi-Finals, The Scouting App has collated a list of young prodigies who have the potential to reach heights in their respective careers.

Gareth Bale Comments on Wales Disastrous Euro 2020 Exit to Denmark

June 26, 2021 Marko Vrakela Denmark, Euro 2020, Wales

Denmark utterly outclassed Wales in their one-off Euro 2020 last-16 tie, claiming an overwhelming 4-0 victory to progress to the quarter-finals. Kasper Hjumland's men dominated the encounter at the Johan Cruijff Arena through and through to set up their first European Championship quarter-final appearance since 2004.

Roberto Mancini Thrilled as Italy Cruise to Euro 2020 Knock-Outs with 100% Record

June 20, 2021 Marko Vrakela Euro 2020, Italy, Wales

Italy finished their Euro 2020 group stage campaign with flying colors, overcoming a 10-man Wales side 1-0 at the Stadio Olimpico on Sunday. The Italians have finished top of Group A with all three victories and a +7 goal difference, keeping a clean sheet in each match so far.

Italy took on Wales in the last Euro 2020 Group A. Roberto Mancini grabbed the three points once again despite resting many of his starters

Italy Dominant Against Wales Despite Resting Regular Starters

June 20, 2021 Eduard Banulescu Euro 2020, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, The Azzurri, Wales

Italy took on Wales in the last Euro 2020 Group A. For the Azzurri, the only question remaining unanswered was the number of points with which they'd secure qualification. But Roberto Mancini grabbed the three points once again despite resting many of his starters.

Wales had the best of Turkey in Baku on Wednesday afternoon thanks to a masterclass from their most representative man Gareth Bale

Wales Outclass Turkey to Move Closer to Euro 2020 Knockout Stage

June 16, 2021 The Cult of Calcio Euro 2020, Italian Football, Serie A, Turkey, Wales

Wales got the best of Turkey on Wednesday afternoon thanks to a masterclass from their most representative man Gareth Bale and the finishing skills of Juventus midfielder Aaron Ramsey. The Welsh had scrambled to catch at least one point in their opener with Switzerland, but today's win put them closer to a spot into the knockout stage.

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